How long is the flight from USA to Melbourne?

There are many flights that can get you from USA to Melbourne in 18h 10m. Fly via Qantas Airways, United Airlines, or Cathay Pacific to get the fastest option. The distance from USA to Melbourne is about 7922 mi. When browsing for deals, the options you’ll see will be for both nonstop flights and flights with stops.

What are the cheapest airlines to fly from USA to Melbourne one-way?

The cheapest airlines for a one-way flight from USA to Melbourne are Qantas Airways ($537), Fiji Airways ($564), and United Airlines ($578).

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from USA to Melbourne?

Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from USA to Melbourne (average of $168). Flying from USA to Melbourne in December is currently the most expensive (average of $812). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

What is the cheapest day to fly from USA to Melbourne?

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their USA to Melbourne flight should consider departing on Saturday at noon when fares are most often at their lowest. Tuesday afternoons flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

Weekly flight availability from USA to Melbourne

The most flights from US0 to ME1 are scheduled on a Wednesday (10 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Tuesday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (4 on average).

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Melbourne ranges from 1.2 - 2.4 inches per month. November is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 2.4 in. March is typically the driest time to visit Melbourne when rainfall is around 1.2 in.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Melbourne, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, January is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 68.0 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of July, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 46.4 F).

What are the most popular routes from USA to Melbourne?

When deciding which route to take from USA to Melbourne consider Los Angeles - Melbourne, New York John F Kennedy Intl - Melbourne or San Francisco - Melbourne as they are the most popular.

What are the cheapest flights from USA to Melbourne?

The cheapest flight price from USA to Melbourne is $573. On average you can expect to pay $2,734. The most popular route, (Los Angeles - Melbourne), can usually be booked for $708.

What are the most reliable airlines from USA to Melbourne?

Looking for the most reliable airlines to get you to your destination on time? Our data shows these are most likely to get you from USA to Melbourne on time: American Airlines (83%), Alaska Airlines (83%), Qantas Airways (83%).

What are the most popular airlines that fly from USA to Melbourne?

When booking a flight from USA to Melbourne, you may want to consider flying on United Airlines, Qantas Airways or Fiji Airways as they are the most popular for this route.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from US to MEL?

Unlike at noon, when flights are generally more expensive, you can save up to 14% on flights from USA to Melbourne by exploring options for tickets in the evening.

Can I find deals for flights from USA to Melbourne that include hotel bookings?

Yes. In addition to deals on USA to Melbourne flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.

How can I find direct flights from USA to Melbourne?

After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from USA to Melbourne.

Can I find deals for business class flights from USA to Melbourne?

Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from USA to Melbourne by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

$436+ Flights from the United States to Melbourne

Round-trip from	$854 (CrystalTravel)
One-way from	$436 (Kiwi.com)
Popular in	December
Cheapest in	February
Average price	$1,397

United Airlines

United's Polaris Business offers lie-flat seats, Saks bedding, and Polaris Lounge access.

United's Premium Plus offers wider seats, extra legroom, and upgraded meals on long-haul flights.

Qantas Airways

Qantas' Premium Economy offers larger recliner seats and upgraded meals on long-haul flights.

Qantas' Business Class offers lie-flat beds with direct aisle access on long-haul flights.

Fiji Airways

Fiji Airways' Tabua Class features lie-flat seats with 21" width and 60" pitch on A350.

Fiji Airways offers a free stopover in Fiji for up to 72 hours on long-haul flights.

American Airlines

American Airlines' Flagship Business offers lie-flat seats and 16" HD screens on long-haul flights.

American Airlines' Premium Economy offers 18.5" seats with 8" recline and 11.5" screens.

Air New Zealand

Air New Zealand's SkyCouch offers a flat bed in economy for long-haul comfort.

Air New Zealand's Business Premier features lie-flat beds and multi-course meals on long-haul flights.

Airline	Cheapest	Average	Flexibility	On-time
Delta	Cheapest$267	Average$1,292	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-timeN/A
Fiji Airways	Cheapest$676	Average$1,229	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time74%
Air Canada	Cheapest$794	Average$1,121	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time67%
American Airlines	Cheapest$817	Average$1,315	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time71%
Qantas Airways	Cheapest$828	Average$1,514	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time74%
United Airlines	Cheapest$835	Average$1,471	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time69%
Air New Zealand	Cheapest$862	Average$1,468	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time78%
Cathay Pacific	Cheapest$1,251	Average$1,523	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time72%
Qatar Airways	Cheapest$1,268	Average$1,576	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time68%
Alaska Airlines	Cheapest$1,289	Average$1,375	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time75%

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